Infrastructure Planning Engineer
AU
About the Company
Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) provides quality water and wastewater services to 54 towns in North Central Victoria. Our core purpose is to deliver safe, reliable, and affordable water services to residential, commercial and industrial customers.
Are you passionate about shaping the future of essential water and wastewater services?
We are seeking an experienced professional or a recent engineering graduate to join our Planning & Climate Resilience team and contribute to long-term infrastructure planning.
Based in Shepparton, you will play a vital role in planning for the Corporation’s water and sewer networks and water treatment plants, ensuring our assets have the capacity and capability to meet service standards amid population growth and emerging challenges. Your work will directly influence GVW’s ability to reliably service our customers – now and into the future.
An engineering qualification is essential, and experience in the water industry or capability in building and using hydraulic models will be highly regarded.
We’re looking for someone who is analytical, proactive and able to collaborate across the business to deliver evidence-based planning that shapes the future or our water infrastructure.
About your new role...
As a key technical specialist, you’ll play a critical role in planning our future infrastructure needs, supporting operational teams and guiding strategic investment decisions.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop long term infrastructure plans for our operational footprint where we provide water and wastewater services to more than 50,000 households and more than 130,000 people in our region.
Your strong communication skills and passion for sustainable, long term solutions will ensure success in this role.
This position is based in Shepparton and includes some travel across GVW sites. Flexible work arrangements are available, where operationally appropriate, in line with GVW policy.
About you...
We’re looking for someone with:
- Degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical or Chemical / Process)
- Professional Engineering Registration (Victoria) or actively working towards become registered is desirable
- Experience in the Water Industry or similar with an emphasis on future asset planning
- Knowledge and understanding of software systems including experience in hydraulic modelling and the use of water and sewer hydraulic modelling software is desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of design and operations of water and sewer networks is desirable
- Understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes is desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including written and presentation skills.
- Highly capable in liaising with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external
- Strong OHS commitment and focus.
- Committed to contributing positively to your team and the organisation.
Please note all applicants must be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident or a visa permitting you to work in Australia and hold a current driver's licence.
Recently graduated engineers with a strong desire to work in the Water Industry will also be considered (initially at a lower classification).
Where you'll be working...
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What you'll get...
You will have the opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive organisation with strong ties to our regional community.
- Classification GVW3: $80,137 - $97,767 + superannuation (starting salary point is negotiable dependent upon relevant, qualifications, skills, and experience demonstrated)
- A Full-Time position with the opportunity to discuss flexible working options
- 12 Rostered Day’s Off (RDO’s) per year
- Opportunity to make a difference to the team and wider organisation and contribute to the ongoing liveability and prosperity of the region you live in.
- Shepparton based - regional lifestyle benefits
- An organisation committed to OHS and safe working practices and the wellbeing of its staff including flu vaccinations, skin checks and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Supportive team culture
- Aligned with Community Connect Program - showcasing our region and supporting professionals to settle into town and become part of the community.
- Encouragement and support to pursue professional growth and development opportunities
- Annual performance reviews that encourage recognise and reward performance
- Flexible, diverse, and inclusive workplace
For further information on this position, you are encouraged to contact Julie Murrell, Infrastructure Planning Coordinator on 0499 575 674
Applications close 11.59pm Friday 20 February September 2026
Interested?
Please apply via our online portal, clicking the blue "apply" button below
*Please note, when you click the apply button you will be taken to the online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment related questions. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and address key selection criteria when prompted
Goulburn Valley Water is an equal opportunity employer valuing all people, diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
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